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Components of a Discipline - Answer Includes network of philosophies, theories, concepts, approaches to inquiry, research findings, and practices. Community of scholars share commitment to value, knowledge, and process Distinct perspective. What is a Domain? - Answer Boundaries or focus: - Phenomena of interest - Problems to be addressed - Main content and methods - Roles of discipline members What are the domains of Nursing? - Answer 1. Principles that govern life processes and well being 2. Patterning of human behavior in interactions with environment in critical life situations 3. Processes by which positive changes in health status are affected Differentiate between Conceptual and Syntactical structures in nursing. - Answer Conceptual: Relates concepts within theories. Syntactical: Skills and abilities that must be developed within the community. What is the distinguishing mark of any discipline? - Answer Systems of Education